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Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown,
scarcely has their stem taken root in the earth,
when he blows upon them, and they wither,
and the tempest carries them off like stubble.
Christ Lutheran Church
Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
February 8, 2015 - 9 a.m.
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ELW, Setting Ten
Pastor: Geoff Scott
Ministers: All
Assisting Lay Ministers: Ken Iverson and Marilyn Tye
Accompanist: Emily Hansen
Prelude
Welcome
To whom then will you compare me,
or who is my equal? says the Holy One.
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Lift up your eyes on high and see:
Who created these?
He who brings out their host and numbers
them,
calling them all by name;
because he is great in strength,
mighty in power,
not one is missing.
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Why do you say, O Jacob,
and speak, O Israel,
Gathering
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS pp. 94-96
Please stand.
GATHERING HYMN “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
ELW, #733
"My way is hidden from the LORD,
and my right is disregarded by my God"?
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Have you not known? Have you not heard?
The LORD is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He does not faint or grow weary;
his understanding is unsearchable.
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He gives power to the faint,
and strengthens the powerless.
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Even youths will faint and be weary,
and the young will fall exhausted;
31
but those who wait for the LORD shall renew
their strength,
they shall mount up with wings like eagles,
they shall run and not be weary,
they shall walk and not faint.
Reader: The word of the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God.
PSALM: Psalm 147:1-11, 20c
GREETING p. 203
The LORD heals the brokenhearted. (Ps. 147:3)
KYRIE p. 203
Congregation responds with bold-faced verses using the following psalm tone:
HYMN OF PRAISE p. 204 “Come, let us join our cheerful songs . . .”
PRAYER OF THE DAY
A: Let us pray:
C: Everlasting God, you give strength to the weak and power to the faint. Make us agents
of your healing and wholeness, that your good news may be made known to the ends of
your creation, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Please be seated.
Word
FIRST READING: Isaiah 40:21-31
Scripture Reader: Gary Johnson
The Judeans in exile have a good reason to be hopeful: the one who will bring them to freedom is the God
who created the world, the God who subdues the rulers of the earth and gives strength to those who are
weary.
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Have you not known? Have you not heard?
who stretches out the heavens like a curtain,
Has it not been told you from the beginning?
and spreads them like a tent to live in;
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Have you not understood from the foundations
who brings princes to naught,
of the earth?
and makes the rulers of the earth as nothing.
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It is he who sits above the circle of the earth,
(continued on next page)
and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers;
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Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises | to our
God!
How pleasant it is to honor | God with praise!
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The LORD re- | builds Jerusalem,
and gathers the ex- | iles of Israel.
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The LORD heals the | brokenhearted
and binds | up their wounds.
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The LORD counts the number | of the stars
and calls them all | by their names. R
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Great is our LORD and might- | y in power;
there is no limit | to God's wisdom.
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The LORD lifts | up the lowly,
but casts the wicked | to the ground.
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Sing to the LORD | with thanksgiving;
make music upon the harp | to our God,
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who covers the heav- | ens with clouds
and prepares rain for the earth,
making grass to grow up- | on the
mountains. R
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God provides food | for the cattle
and for the young ravens | when they cry.
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God is not impressed by the might | of a horse,
and has no pleasure in the speed | of a
runner,
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but finds pleasure in those who | fear the LORD,
in those who await God's steadfast love.
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Hallelujah! R
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23
SERMON
God entrusted Paul with the responsibility of bringing the gospel to diverse people. Hence the focus of
Paul's ministry is not his own rights or privileges as an apostle but the privilege of serving God by freely
sharing the good news of Christ with others.
Silence for reflection
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If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no ground
for boasting, for an obligation is laid on me, and
woe to me if I do not proclaim the gospel! 17For if
I do this of my own will, I have a reward; but if not
of my own will, I am entrusted with a commission.
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What then is my reward? Just this: that in my
proclamation I may make the gospel free of
charge, so as not to make full use of my rights in
the gospel.
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For though I am free with respect to all, I have
made myself a slave to all, so that I might win
more of them. 20To the Jews I became as a Jew, in
order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though I myself am not
under the law) so that I might win those under the
law. 21To those outside the law I became as one
outside the law (though I am not free from God's
law but am under Christ's law) so that I might win
those outside the law. 22To the weak I became
weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become
all things to all people, that I might by all means
save some. 23I do it all for the sake of the gospel,
so that I may share in its blessings.
Reader: The word of the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION p. 205 “Alleluia! . . .”
Please stand.
A: The Holy Gospel according to Mark, the 1st chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
GOSPEL: Mark 1:29-39
Everywhere Jesus goes, many people expect him to set them free from oppression. Everywhere he goes, he
heals them and sets them free. Disease, devils, and death are running for their lives. The forces that diminish human life are rendered powerless by Jesus.
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As soon as [Jesus and the disciples] left the synagogue, they entered the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. 30Now Simon's mother
-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they told him
about her at once. 31He came and took her by the
hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and
she began to serve them.
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That evening, at sundown, they brought to him
all who were sick or possessed with demons.
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And the whole city was gathered around the
door. 34And he cured many who were sick with
various diseases, and cast out many demons; and
he would not permit the demons to speak, because
they knew him.
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In the morning, while it was still very dark, he
got up and went out to a deserted place, and there
he prayed. 36And Simon and his companions
hunted for him. 37When they found him, they said
to him, "Everyone is searching for you." 38He answered, "Let us go on to the neighboring towns, so
that I may proclaim the message there also; for that
is what I came out to do." 39And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the message in their synagogues and casting out demons.
A: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
Marilyn Tye
HYMN OF THE DAY “On Eagle’s Wings”
APOSTLES’ CREED
C: I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven,
he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
ELW, #787
Please stand.
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION p. 206
Each Petition concludes with “God of mercy.” Congregation responds: “Hear our prayer.”
SHARING OF THE PEACE p. 206
You may greet one another with the words, “Peace be with you.”
THE OFFERING
Please be seated.
OFFERTORY ELW, #186 “Create in Me a Clean Heart”
Please stand.
OFFERTORY PRAYER
A: Let us pray. Holy God, gracious and merciful, . . . Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
C: Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER p. 208
Sending
BLESSING
Please be seated.
Announcements
Please be seated.
SENDING SONG “As Saints of Old”
ELW, #695
DISMISSAL
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God.
MISSION STATEMENT: “Christ is for all! We are called to share God’s love through worship,
music, teaching, serving and sharing our gifts.” VISION STATEMENT: “Christ Lutheran is
where God’s promise of love and forgiveness is for all.”
Praising God at Worship Time
Altar Care: Arlene Mork and Deb Johnson
Greeters: Jerome & Gay Evenson
Ushers: Kevin & Heather Lannon
Acolyte: Dylan Crouse
Coffee Servers: Dylan Crouse and family
Memorials: For the Christ Lutheran Sunday School (COSMO) in memory of: 2/1—Kay
Mikesell from Don & Arlene Eiseth. For Stepping Stones of Dunn County in memory of:
2/1—Lyle Finder from Pastor Bob & Sue Dahm. Undesignated in memory of: 2/1—Lyle
Finder from Mike & Judy Benzel; in loving memory of Emily Renee Tye, whose 17th birthday
would have been February 10, from Dan & Marilyn Tye.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 8
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9
* 6:30 p.m.
Council
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
* 9 a.m.
Mission Work Day
* 10 a.m.
Spiritual Direction
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11
* 6:15 p.m.
Christ Time
* 7:15 p.m.
Chancel Choir
Week of February 8, 2015
www.welcome2clc.org • Phone: 235-5573
Postlude
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
* 9 a.m.
Worship
* 10:10 a.m. COSMO
* 10:30 a.m. Worship Team
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
* 7:30 p.m.
Taizé Service at UMC
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
* 5 p.m.
Worship with Holy Comm.
in Fellowship Hall
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
* YOUTH SUNDAY
* MISSIONS BAKE SALE
* 9 a.m.
Worship with Holy Comm.
* 10:10 a.m. COSMO with Mardi Gras
Parent Brunch
WELCOME, VISITORS! Please stop by the Welcome Table in the narthex and pick up your
free Christ Lutheran Coffee Mug before you leave. Don’t forget to sign our Guest Register, too!
PRAYER CONCERNS: Kathy Falk; Pastor Geoff & Kathy Scott; Jeff Merritt; Ann Peterson
(Marilyn Tye’s aunt); Neva Walvort (Jeremy Wilterdink’s grandma); Megan Shoemaker; David
Jacobson; Joyce Johnson; Juel Johnson (Don Johnson’s father); Mark Mattison; Barbara Lewis;
Jackie Finder; Barb Frey; Lynn Stewart; Barney Kirchoff; Gordon Buddy; Dave Enestvedt; Dan
Hiben; Dave Eitrheim; baby Eleanor Evenson and her family; Phyllis Knitter; Marion Johnson;
Don & Rayola Herman; Liza Grandstaff; Lloyd Lemon (Justin Link’s grandpa); Gerald Zimmerman; Betty Paulson (Debbie Gonstead’s mother); Carolyn Hemming; Larry Ziehl; Sam Zander
(friend of Cindi Wieman); Larry (Tina Tylee’s friend); Ray Millett (Kjenslees’ friend); Lyla Marlett; Kathy Fullarton; Arlene Lund; Lyle Grutt; Lavonne Swanson (Ken Iverson’s sister); Dale
Eichmann; Bettyanne Mattison; Clarence Eichmann; Dee Smith; Willis Lande; Bernetta Cropp;
Janet Lemke, Roger Wagner; Maxine Larson; Cody Bryan (Marie Wintgens’ great-grandson);
Erik Hemming; John Lannon (Kevin’s father); Roger & Lola Bosse; Molly Lande; Hani Michel;
Danielle Loftus (Cindi Wieman’s cousin); George Larson; Sharon Larson; Margery Gustman;
Carol Olson.
KNOWN TO HAVE BEEN HOSPITALIZED THIS PAST WEEK:
HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY TO LAURI TIALA ON FEBRUARY 8!
TAIZÉ SERVICE will be held this Thursday, February 12, at 7:30 p.m. at United Methodist
Church. Everyone is welcome to attend.
MISSIONS BAKE SALE in the narthex next Sunday, February 15. Baked goods are appreciated
for the sale. Proceeds help support our missionaries in Japan—Patrick & Jackie Bencke and family. Thanks for your support!
NEXT SUNDAY IS YOUTH SUNDAY! We look forward to COSMO students participating in
the service next week!
JOIN US WEDNESDAYS IN LENT! Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18. This year’s
Lenten theme is “Bible People: Monologues for Lent.” Everyone is welcome to come to the
Lenten Supper served each Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the CLC Fellowship Hall followed by Lenten
Worship at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary. (Thanks to the Congregational Life Committee for preparing
and serving the first Lenten Supper. On the menu—homemade chicken wild rice and minestrone
soups!)
FIRST COMMUNION ORIENTATION for parents is Wednesday, February 18, at 5:30 p.m.
First Communion classes for fifth graders begin Wednesday, February 25, at 5:30 p.m.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, has been designated "A Valentine for the Warm Heart of Africa."
Make valentines to send to our brothers and sisters in Malawi. Include prayers, personal messages
of hope, love and support. Collect a special offering to help provide for their needs--food, shelter,
clean water, etc. Thanks for caring!
THERE ARE OPEN SPOTS that need to be filled on the Nominating Committee. Please prayerfully consider taking your turn by serving on this committee at this time. Contact the church office
or a member of the church council with any questions or to say “YES!” to this opportunity to
serve your church!
THANKS TO ALL THOSE who helped make our 2014 mitten tree project a success! A total of
258 items was donated, including 111 pairs of mittens/gloves, 104 caps, 7 scarves, 11 infinity
scarves, 8 hat/mitten/scarf sets, 2 neck warmers, 1 pair of slippers, 18 pillow cases, 2 headbands
(for ears), 1 v-neck sweater, 1 table scarf, 25 tissue-box covers with tissues, 70 tissue-box covers
with pocket tissues, and one Smurf! May God bless you all.
Sincerely, The Mitten Tree Project Task Team
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY on the book of Galatians will begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, February
18. The group will meet each Wednesday for four or five weeks in the education wing.
RADIO BROADCAST PRICE INCREASE: The cost to sponsor a radio broadcast is now $90
per Sunday. (Gifts of any amount are always appreciated for the Radio Broadcast Fund.)
SUNSHINE GROUP will not be meeting at American Lutheran Home in January, February, and
March as in previous years. “Sunshine” will resume on April 22 when residents of Autumn Village and American Lutheran Home come over to the CLC Fellowship Hall for noon lunch and
entertainment. Volunteers and a dish to pass are always needed and appreciated for noon Sunshine
Lunch at church the fourth Wednesday of the month from April through October. There is still a
need for a Sunshine Coordinator.
CHRIST LUTHERAN WILL BE HOSTING and supporting a blood drive for the Red Cross on
Tuesday, February 17. Volunteers are needed! In addition, donations of food items are needed
for the canteen. Cheese curds, pretzels, cookies (no peanuts or peanut butter), crackers, and orange
juice are much appreciated! Please have these items at the church by Monday, February 16. To
volunteer and/or donate items, please sign up in the narthex or contact Doris Faber at 235-4590.
A FUN INCENTIVE FOR BLOOD DONORS for the month of February: All presenting donors
will be eligible to win an iPad Mini! The lucky donor’s name will be drawn at the end of the
month.
DIRECT THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS® BY MARCH 31! Eligible Thrivent Financial
members who have been designated Choice Dollars have until March 31, 2015, to direct them.
Don’t miss this opportunity to recommend that Thrivent Financial provide grant funding to your
church. Go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice to learn more and find program terms and conditions.
Or call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice” after the prompt.
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? It seems like a long way off, but soon you will be trading
in that winter coat you are wearing for a swim suit. Online registration is once again available for
the Luther Park summer camp program. You can see all the programs that are available and register by making a secure payment with a credit card. Luther Park has many fun and meaningful experiences to offer. Pick up a camp brochure here at church or go to www.lutherpark.org for more
information.
LUTHER PARK MINISTRY TOUR: For 83 years Luther Park has provided a fun, safe,
Christ-centered place where children of all ages can come and experience Christ's love through
a wide variety of activities, creative worship, caring community, and Sabbath rest in this wonderful place set apart. Come to Our Savior's Lutheran, Menomonie, on February 23 at 6
p.m. and hear updates as to what is new, how the Camp is doing now, how Luther Park makes
an impact, and even some dreams for the future. The meeting begins promptly at 6 p.m. and
will last no more than one hour. Come a little early for some coffee and goodies! The Luther
Park Ministry Tour is a meeting for donors, pastors, past staff, and other interested parties
who have expressed an interest in the health and longevity of this amazing ministry called Luther Park.
QUILT FOR SALE hanging on the wall in the narthex. The current quilt being displayed for
sale measures 60” x 80” and the asking price is $45.00. Make check payable to the CLCW and
indicate “quilt fund” on the memo line of the check. This is an ongoing fundraiser sponsored
by the CLCW to help cover shipping costs in sending quilts and kits to LWR.
2015
Jan.
TOTAL
Receipts
$15,108.69
$15,108.69
Disbursements
$22,567.20
$22,567.20
Balance
($7,458.51)
($7,458.51)
COSMO NEWS — February 1-8
WE NEED SNACKS! Please bring a non-perishable snack item to share for COSMO snack time.
Congratulations, COSMO! We collected a recordbreaking total for money and cans of soup for Souper
Bowl of Caring Sunday. As of Monday, we had $360 and 68 cans of soup! What an amazing way to
help out the families of our community.
Fifth Grade Families: We will begin our First Communion Class with a brief parent orientation on Ash
Wednesday, February 18, at 5:30 p.m.. Classes will be held at 5:30 p.m. each of the five weeks of Lent
(February 25; March 4, 11, 18, and 25.) Lenten Supper will be served at 6 p.m. followed by the Lenten
service at 7 p.m. If you have not contacted the church office regarding First Communion, please do so
with your response for participation.
PARENTS: You are cordially invited to attend our Parent Appreciation Brunch on February 15 during
the COSMO hour. Please come to the Fireside Room for food and fellowship.
A reminder to Christ Time youth, families, and anyone interested: We will be serving the Monday
Night Meal to LCM on February 16 at 5:30 p.m. If you are interested in helping, please contact Kaye
Wurm.
LCM (Lutheran Campus Ministry) is coming to Christ Lutheran and will lead the services on Saturday,
February 21, and Sunday, February 22. Please join us for these youthful and energized services.